HOOGWERF, Anny (Antje)

It is with sadness and joy that we announce that Anny Hoogwerf, beloved wife of Willem Hoogwerf passed away on Monday, March 31, 2014 at the age of 85 years.

Anny and Wim were married in 1950 and immigrated to Canada in 1952. They lived in Blackie, High River and Longview before settling down in Calgary in 1965. Anny had a number of rewarding careers but she enjoyed retirement best. She delighted in the fellowship of the McDougall United Church and volunteered there for many years. She had fun at aquasize, the theatre, Stampeder games, and with her friends at TOPS.

She loved Spruce Meadows and won the honour to name one of their foals in 1995. She was a passionate gardener and everyone delighted in her garden parties. She baked the best muffins, gave the best hugs, wore the jauntiest hats and shared lively discussions and laughs with her many friends.

Our dear mother is lovingly remembered by her children Sara (Gary), Leo, Rosemary (Ken), and Robin. She will be forever remembered by her grandchildren, Mark, Sean, Daniel, Caitlin, Stacey, Steven, Jessica, two great-grandchildren and extended family in Canada and Holland.

A Memorial Service will be held at McDougall United Church (8516 Athabasca Street S.E.) on Friday, April 11, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. Condolences may be forwarded through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Alberta Cancer Society.

Condolence Messages

I will miss Anny so much. She was a unique and special woman. I was so blessed to have known and enjoyed her friendship. She called me Black Bean Pat. How I loved hearing her call me that ! My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to Anny’s loved ones.
With love from Black Bean Pat

Not a day has gone by that I do not find myself thinking of my oma, I am proud to be her grandson. I am proud to be dutch knowing her legacy will be passed down from children to grandchildren. My warmest memory of my oma was always at Christmas, as a family we would all sit together and I fondly remember that it was my oma who would put the Santa hat on and pass out the gifts. And I remember the smile on her face for as long as I live. My deepest and most sincere condolences to my whole family and to my Opa. I love you all.

Although I met members of your family only briefly, they always had big smiles on their faces!
I remember hearing about Anny’s antics and her delicious baking.
I send you all a great big hug and I’m so sorry to hear of her passing.
Your children will sorely miss their Oma.
Much Love,
Sally Roenisch

Our deepest and heartfelt condolences on your loss .
I so much enjoyed knowing and working with Anny over the years, she was one of my
favorite clients .
Always coffee and cake or cookies and great conversations, and always happy.
Anny will be missed, it was an honor to know her .